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Junior Space Explorer is a hands-on S.T.E.A.M. camp designed for children ages 7 to 9 that explores the science of air and space travel, our solar system, stars, and galaxies. Astronomy & The Solar System: Campers build 3D clay models of the planets, create "dirty snowball" comets using sugar and charcoal dust, and mold baking soda asteroids that bubble and erupt during a chemical reaction. Rockets & Flight: Participants explore Newton's laws of motion and aerodynamics by designing balloon rockets to carry payload weights, flying paper helicopters, and building and launching real E2X model rockets. Stars & Galaxies: Young astronomers navigate the night sky by assembling Star Seeker wheels, creating constellation projection medallions, and crafting colorful "Nebula in a Jar" models using paint, cotton, and glitter. Optics & Physics: Campers study light, optics, and gravity by building their own Galileo telescopes, making UV-sensitive bracelets, viewing the light spectrum through diffraction glasses, and testing air resistance with parachute drops.
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